1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 15 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, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Dedra | Platina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
