1969 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1969 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dedra (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
