1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 480 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
