1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 26 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 144 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Lancia | Jeep |
| Model | Delta | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
