1988 Lada Samara vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Samara | Delta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
