1987 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 38 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Because 1987 Buick Regal 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 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Regal | Delta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |