1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 22 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
