1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 804 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.
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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Delta | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 104 L |
