1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 277 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
