1993 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Delta | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
