2005 Audi S4 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 850 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
