1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 9 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 48 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
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, 1999 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Dedra | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
