1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 21 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 820 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.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Delta | Frontera |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |