1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 15 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 63 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Primera. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Primera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
