1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2002 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 450 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Delta | 2002 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Delta | Viper |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
