2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | 300 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
