1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 102 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dedra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
