1979 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Delta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |