1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1985 Ford Tempo and 1985 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 32 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Tempo | Delta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2330 mm |
