1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,823 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
