1980 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 493 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Electra | Delta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2330 mm |
