1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Delta | Camry |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |