1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, both 1991 Lancia Delta and 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Lancia Delta 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Lancia Oldsmobile
Model Delta Cutlass
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2640 mm