1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1989 Dodge Shadow and 1989 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 228 kg more than 1989 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 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Shadow | Delta |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |