1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 60 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, 1989 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Delta | 900 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
