1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 4 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), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 102 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 405 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
