1989 Ford Laser vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Laser | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
