1990 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 834 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 2011 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta. 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Routan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 78 L |
