1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 3 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 879 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Lancia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Delta | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
