1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1991 Holden Statesman and 1991 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Delta. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1991 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1991 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Statesman | Delta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
