1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 502 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
