1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1983 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1983 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Lancia | Buick |
| Model | Delta | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
