2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1980 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 176 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1980 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Colorado | Delta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |