1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. Both 1987 Lancia Delta and 1988 Renault 21 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 117 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 21 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
