2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | CR-V | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
