1995 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 918 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Routan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3078 mm |
