1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 818 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |
