1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3050 mm |
