1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta.
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, 1998 Mazda 323 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
