1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 14 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 162 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
