1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (251 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 22 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Guara | Delta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
