1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Delta | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Delta | Laurel |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |