2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 198 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Guara | Delta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
