1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 275 kg more than 1982 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Delta | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2980 mm |
