1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 25 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 892 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Delta | M |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
