1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 26 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), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 211 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Delta | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 307 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
