1992 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 538 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Delta | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
