1970 Ford Taunus vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Because 1970 Ford Taunus 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 1970 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta, 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Taunus | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Taunus | Delta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |