2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (250 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Rainier | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
