1989 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1986 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
