1982 Lancia Delta vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | 850 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
