1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 244 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, 1989 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Camry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
