1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 545 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
