1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 855 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1982 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1982 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Delta | Deauville |
Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 5762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |