2008 Acura RL vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 94 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | RL | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1180 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 | 48 L |
