1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, both 1990 Lancia Dedra and 1990 Lexus LS were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 585 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 1990 Lexus LS 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 1990 Lexus LS. 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 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 1990 Lexus LS | |
Make | Lancia | Lexus |
Model | Dedra | LS |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |