1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 14 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 895 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.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta. 2000 SsangYong Musso 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. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Delta | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
