1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 139 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
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, 1993 Toyota Carina, 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, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Delta | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Carina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2590 mm |
