1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 715 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Delta | S |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2950 mm |