1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 810 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
