1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 28 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 982 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 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Delta | M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2901 mm |
