1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2000 Tata Safari

To start off, 2000 Tata Safari 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 810 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 2000 Tata Safari 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, 2000 Tata Safari 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Lancia Dedra 2000 Tata Safari
Make Lancia Tata
Model Dedra Safari
Year Released 1990 2000
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5530 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2660 mm


 

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