1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Delta | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3157 mm |
