1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 25 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 505 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Antara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
