2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Delta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |