2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 443 kg more than 1992 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | CTS | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
