1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 795 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Stealth | Delta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
