1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 404 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | 260 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |
