1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 716 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Because 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
