1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Delta | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 91 L |
