2001 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 375 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Delta |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |