1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 27 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1550 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.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Delta | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
