1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 464 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. 2005 Kia Sorento 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. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Delta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
