1999 Toyota Solara vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Solara | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Toyota | Lancia |
Model | Solara | Delta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |