1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 1989 Lancia Delta and 1989 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 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 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Delta | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Delta | Astra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |