1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Delta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |
