2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 963 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sportage | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
