1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1339 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3140 mm |
