2002 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 277 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Delta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
