1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Delta | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
