1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 445 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 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. 2007 Honda NSX 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. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Delta | NSX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2540 mm |
