1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (184 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 570 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
