1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 17 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | RS 200 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
