2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Terios | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
