1978 Ford Capri vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 28 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Capri | Delta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |