2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 29 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Expedition | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 59 L |
