1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1476 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2970 mm |
