1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 21 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), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 360 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
