1985 Audi 90 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 90 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
