1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1982 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 965 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1982 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Delta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
