1983 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Mustang 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 1983 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Delta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |