1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Delta weights approximately 33 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Delta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
