1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 289 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Touran |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
