1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 8 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 375 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, 1988 Renault 25 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 25 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
