2005 Acura MDX vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 20 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (251 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 849 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.
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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | MDX | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
