1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 601 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
