2003 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tracker | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Tracker | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
