1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 85 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, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 626 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
