1989 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 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 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
