1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 267 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Reno. 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 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | Reno |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
