1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. 2007 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Delta | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
