1986 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, both 1986 Lancia Delta and 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
