1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 612 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, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Delta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2741 mm |
