1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 18 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
