2007 Honda Element vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Element | Delta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |