1998 Acura Integra vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura Integra weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 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, 1998 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta. 1998 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | Integra | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
