1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 373 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 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Dedra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
