1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 878 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Calais | Delta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2330 mm |
