1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Prelude | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
