1983 Ford Telstar vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1983 Ford Telstar and 1983 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Telstar | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Telstar | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
