1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 848 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Delta | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
