2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 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. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta.
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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Lucerne | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
