2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 678 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Patriot | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
