1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 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 146 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 51 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
