1982 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 265 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 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Lancia | Dacia |
| Model | Delta | Duster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2673 mm |
