1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 27 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 750 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 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Delta | R8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |
