1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Delta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
