1986 Lancia Delta vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
