1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
