1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 23 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Delta | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
