1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 22 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 390 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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Megane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
