1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 485 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. 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 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
