2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 323 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
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, 2009 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Compass | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
