1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 18 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 595 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
