1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 27 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 591 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta. 2010 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. 2010 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Lancia | Buick |
| Model | Delta | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3009 mm |
