1986 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 175 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Electra | Delta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
