1994 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, 2000 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S80 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 2000 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | S80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
