2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 1996 Lancia Delta are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 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 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
