1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 418 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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, both vehicles can yield 191 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
