1993 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Delta. (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Delta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Delta | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Delta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |
