1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 13 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Delta | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Delta | Esprit |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |