1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
