1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 645 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 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. 2011 Audi A4 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. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Daihatsu Delta | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Delta | A4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2809 mm |