1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 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 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 295 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 1989 Mazda RX-7 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 1989 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
