1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | ML |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
