1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 698 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Dedra | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
