1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Dodge Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 498 kg more than 1992 Lancia Delta.
Because 1992 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta 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, 1992 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
