2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 2008 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Terios | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
