1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (168 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1175 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.
Because 1993 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, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
