1978 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 692 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta. 1978 Buick Estate 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. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Estate | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Estate | Delta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |