2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
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 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Delta. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1991 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1991 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Ridgeline | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
