1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 199 kg more than 1989 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 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Outback |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
