1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 258 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Previa. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Previa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
