1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Delta | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
