1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Delta | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.2:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 180 L |