2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 543 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Pilot | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 59 L |
