1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 711 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Park Avenue | Delta |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |