1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sunny is newer by 8 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 78 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 267 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
