1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 19 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 115 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Delta | Guara |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |