1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 295 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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta. 2009 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
