1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 553 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |
