1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 15 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 913 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 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Delta | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
