1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 990 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.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Delta | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
