1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 2 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, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 111 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2440 mm |
