1990 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 17 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 675 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
