1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. Both 1989 Lancia Delta and 1984 Renault 25 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 131 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 25 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
