1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 475 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
