1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 290 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
