1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Delta | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
