1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 7 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 250 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 1997 Volvo S70. 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | S70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
