1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Blazer | Delta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |