1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 697 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.
Because 2009 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Delta | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
Model | Delta | Town Car |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3150 mm |