1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 16 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 865 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Murano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
