1994 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 370 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Vectra (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
