1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 334 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Lancia | Jeep |
| Model | Delta | Compass |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
