2005 Acura RL vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | RL | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
