1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1985 Lancia Delta and 1985 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 53 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault Espace. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2590 mm |
