1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 11 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 653 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
