1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LeSabre | Delta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
