1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 920 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 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lancia Delta | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lancia | Tata |
Model | Delta | Safari |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |