1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 625 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Delta | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
