1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 518 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | C30 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2639 mm |
