1990 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 20 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 22 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 19 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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. 2010 Volkswagen Polo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 250 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
