1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
