1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 553 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Delta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
