1993 Lancia Delta vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Delta. (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Delta. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Delta | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
