1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 100 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 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 Suzuki Baleno (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
