1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2000 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2000 Skoda Superb is newer by 10 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Superb (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Superb weights approximately 430 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, 2000 Skoda Superb (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2000 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Dedra | Superb |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
