1982 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 133 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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
