1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 30 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 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 1996 Mazda Levante 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. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Dedra | Levante |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
