1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1997 TVR Chimaera is newer by 17 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1997 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Delta | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2290 mm |
