1986 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 806 kg more than 1986 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Delta | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 82 L |
