1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 646 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Venza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
