1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 402 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 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Dedra | Omega |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |