2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 291 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | CR-V | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
