1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Nissan President
To start off, 1996 Nissan President is newer by 13 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 590 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 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta. 1996 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1983 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1983 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1996 Nissan President | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | President |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3040 mm |
