1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. 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 1996 Saturn SC. 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Delta | SC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
