1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 312 kg more than 1981 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Delta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
