1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. 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 (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
