1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 455 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1983 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1983 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Delta | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
