1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Delta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
