1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 550 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 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
