2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Lancia Delta

To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Cadillac Escalade 1990 Lancia Delta
Make Cadillac Lancia
Model Escalade Delta
Year Released 2009 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 332 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 499 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 57 L