1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 361 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Delta | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Delta | Golf |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1388 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 |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |