1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 9 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 143 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Venture |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
