1978 Buick Estate vs. 1993 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1993 Lancia Dedra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Dedra. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 790 kg more than 1993 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Estate 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 1978 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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.
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1978 Buick Estate | 1993 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Estate | Dedra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |