1986 Lada 2104 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada 2104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada 2104 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 2104 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
