2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Delta. (212 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 213 kg more than 1993 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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Delta. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Delta. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Ridgeline | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
