1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1992 Toyota Supra is newer by 11 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Supra (104 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 634 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.
Because 1992 Toyota Supra 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 1992 Toyota Supra. 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Supra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
