1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 267 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Premacy. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2005 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
