1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
