2008 Audi A6 vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 17 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 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
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 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
