1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 868 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 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Dedra | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
