1993 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 760. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Delta | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | 760 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
