1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Delta | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
