2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 354 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Delta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1291 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 57 L |