1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 795 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJS | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XJS | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
