1985 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 705 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Estate | Delta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
