1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Delta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
