2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 16 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 650 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Town & Country | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
