1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 630 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Delta | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Delta | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2852 mm |
