1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
