1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,551 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 540 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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
