1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Wildcat | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
