1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 635 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.
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 Volvo S60 (331 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | S60 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
