1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. Both 1991 Lancia Delta and 1986 Renault 21 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 21 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
