1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, both 1989 Lancia Delta and 1989 Lexus LS were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 527 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.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta. 1989 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Delta | LS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
