1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta 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 (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 257 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Delta | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Delta | Vitara |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |