1986 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta

To start off, both 1986 Audi 80 and 1986 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 142 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Audi 80 1986 Lancia Delta
Make Audi Lancia
Model 80 Delta
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.0:1
Top Speed 191 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1046 kg 1188 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2480 mm