1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
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 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
