1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Nissan Silvia (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
