1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 16 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 700 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 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Delta | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Delta | Touran |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |