1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 18 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| 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 | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
