1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 21 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. Both 1987 Lancia Delta and 2008 Suzuki SX4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 392 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
