1994 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 16 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 256 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | GTI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
