1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 907 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 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Delta | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
