1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 14 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Opti | Delta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2200 mm |