1997 Lancia Delta vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
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, 1985 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Delta | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
