1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 630 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 Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2002 Toyota Soarer 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. 2002 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
