2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
