1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 856 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Delta | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
