1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
