1982 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1982 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
