1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1997 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1997 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. Both 1991 Lancia Delta and 1997 Nissan Maxima are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1997 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
