1982 Buick Estate vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 585 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1983 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1983 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Estate | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Estate | Delta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
