2005 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. 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 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
