1992 Lancia Delta vs. 1997 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Delta weights approximately 372 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Delta | 1997 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
