1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Turbo | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 48 L |
