1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. Both 1994 Ford Scorpio and 1996 Lancia Delta are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1994 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Scorpio | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
