1998 Audi A8 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
