1989 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Delta weights approximately 174 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Delta |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |