1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 26 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 732 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
