2008 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (182 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
