1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 458 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
