1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 548 kg more than 1992 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Delta. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Roadmaster | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
