1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 27 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 637 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 2006 Lexus RX 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, 2006 Lexus RX 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Delta | RX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
