2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 18 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 307 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | YRV | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |
