1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (251 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 795 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Delta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
