1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 30 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 311 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | T5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3410 mm |
