2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Rendezvous | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
