1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Delta | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 91 L |
