1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 475 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Delta | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | E |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2840 mm |
