1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 9 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. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 19 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
