2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1976 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 625 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera, 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1976 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1976 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1976 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Riviera | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
