1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Swift (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Swift (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | Swift |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2250 mm |
