1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 198 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
