1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 24 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1335 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | T5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3410 mm |
