1988 Audi 200 vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 200 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
