2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | R8 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
