1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 864 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
