1979 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 453 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Because 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Electra | Delta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
