1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 352 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
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 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dedra | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 166 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 | 1143 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
