1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 143 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 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 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
