1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Delta | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |