1990 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 48 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 Scirocco. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1404 mm |
