1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1996 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
