1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 288 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Delta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
