1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1989 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 1 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1989 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | RS 200 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
