1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 776 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
