1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 27 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 571 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Delta | Ranger |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2990 mm |