1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1983 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 1983 Ford Granada 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. 1983 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Delta | Granada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
