2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Holden Commodore 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 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Commodore | Delta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |