2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
