1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 17 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 870 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. 1999 GMC Safari 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. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Delta | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2830 mm |
