1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
