1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Delta. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 662 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Delta. 1999 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1991 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1991 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | QX4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
