1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 12 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 157 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
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 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Dedra | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
