1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 17 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 791 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Delta | Defender |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
