1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 980 kg more than 1999 Lancia Delta.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet 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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Delta. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Delta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
