2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | 300 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |
