1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Lancia Dedra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Quattro | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
