1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1992 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Delta weights approximately 452 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta 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, 1992 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charmant | Delta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
