2005 Audi S4 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1986 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
