1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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 (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Dedra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
