2008 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 302 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
