1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 929 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Because 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
