1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 100 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Dedra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
