1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Volvo 440 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 440 weights approximately 117 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, 1993 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | 440 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
