1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 21 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 445 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 1980 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Delta | Verossa |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2800 mm |