1988 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
