1985 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 193 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Delta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
