2005 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 796 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 MDX (343 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | MDX | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 57 L |
