1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 273 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
