1995 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (184 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
