1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 323 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Dedra | 6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |