1997 Lancia Delta vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 44 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Delta | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
