1993 Lancia Delta vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Delta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Delta | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 626 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
