1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 112 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | XT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
