1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 31 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 827 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
