1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1996 Lancia Delta and 1996 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 96 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Delta | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Delta | Vectra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |