1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 4 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Delta weights approximately 46 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Delta | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
