1998 Honda NSX vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Delta. (212 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
