1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 24 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS.
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, 2004 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Delta | TS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2230 mm |
