1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Delta | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2890 mm |
