1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Delta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |
