1976 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 248 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
