1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 273 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 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Quest. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
