1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Delta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
