1990 Lancia Delta vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | RPM 7000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
