1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 164 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 164 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 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, 1972 Volvo 164 (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | 164 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
