1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 318 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Delta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
