1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 464 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.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Delta | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Delta | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |