1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta.

Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Lancia Delta 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Lancia Toyota
Model Delta Land Cruiser
Year Released 1980 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 3431 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1700 mm


 

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