1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 929 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
