1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 22 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 425 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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Previa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
