2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2326 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |
