1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1981 Toyota Cressida is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Cressida (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 91 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Delta | Cressida |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |