1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Delta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
