2002 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 253 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Delta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |
