1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
