1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Delta | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Delta | 929 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |