1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 617 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Lancia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Delta | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
