1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 507 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3160 mm |
