1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Delta | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |
