1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 461 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Delta | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Delta | Viper |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 8284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |