1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 14 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
