1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lancia Delta | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Delta | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |