1984 Ford Orion vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Orion | Delta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
