2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Canyon | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
