1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 9 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 403 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.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Delta | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Delta | Voyager |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2860 mm |