1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 Lancia Delta

To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 232 kg more than 1986 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Audi Coupe 1986 Lancia Delta
Make Audi Lancia
Model Coupe Delta
Year Released 1990 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1188 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2480 mm


 

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