1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 7 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 127 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 405 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
