1989 Lancia Dedra vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm). This means 1989 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Dedra | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Dedra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
