1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. Both 1989 Lancia Delta and 1991 Lancia Delta are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 9 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Delta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
