2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (250 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1961 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |
