1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 178 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lancia Dedra (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Dedra | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
