1986 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1989 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 142 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
