1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1991 Lancia Delta and 1991 Renault Espace 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 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Espace. 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 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 77 L |
