1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1982 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 615 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1982 Buick LeSabre 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 1982 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1982 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 1982 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LeSabre | Delta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
