1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1981 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Delta | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Delta | 6000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 103.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |