1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1983 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1983 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Delta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
