1996 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Delta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
