1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 77 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dedra | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
