1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 22 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Delta | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
