1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Guara | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
