1986 GMC Suburban vs. 1986 Lancia Delta

To start off, both 1986 GMC Suburban and 1986 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta. 1986 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 GMC Suburban 1986 Lancia Delta
Make GMC Lancia
Model Suburban Delta
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 154 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2240 kg 1188 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2480 mm


 

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