1995 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 486 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
