1997 Lancia Delta vs. 1997 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 1997 Lancia Delta and 1997 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lancia Delta | 1997 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Delta | Maxima |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |