1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
Model | Guara | Delta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |