1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 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, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 929 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
