1997 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda Tribute. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Delta | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
