1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 19 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 304 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
