1971 Buick GS vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 341 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick GS | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | GS | Delta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1291 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |