1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 929 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
