1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1984 Nissan Skyline 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 1984 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1984 Nissan Skyline (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Dedra | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
