2009 Audi S8 vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S8 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta. 2009 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S8 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
