1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 608 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 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3090 mm |
