2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | BLS | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
