1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 730 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2005 Toyota Sienna 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. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
