1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 26 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 960 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 82 L |
