2005 Acura CL vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 764 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10. 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | CL | Y10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
