1989 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Delta |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |