1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 391 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Delta | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
