1982 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 122 kg more than 1982 Lancia Delta. 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 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 | 935 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
