1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 28 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 754 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 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | S60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
