1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 860 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Delta | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
