1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
