1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
