1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 224 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, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taurus | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
