1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 20 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 200 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2000 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Delta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
