2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta

To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 19 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.

Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta. 2009 Ford E-150 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. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford E-150 1990 Lancia Delta
Make Ford Lancia
Model E-150 Delta
Year Released 2009 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 389 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5520 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 2060 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 57 L