2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 376 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
