1993 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Delta | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
