1990 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta. 2008 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2737 mm |
