1994 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 300 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
