1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 1989 Skoda Favorit is newer by 10 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda Favorit weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
Make | Lancia | Skoda |
Model | Delta | Favorit |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |