1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 522 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki Cervo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Dedra | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
