2007 Acura RL vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 278 kg more than 1991 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Delta. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1991 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1991 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | RL | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |
