1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 31 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 370 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | SLK |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2431 mm |
