2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 1993 Lancia Delta

To start off, 2003 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 312 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta.

Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick LeSabre. 2003 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick LeSabre 1993 Lancia Delta
Make Buick Lancia
Model LeSabre Delta
Year Released 2003 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2490 mm


 

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