1986 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 325 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Delta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
