1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 113 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lancia | Skoda |
Model | Dedra | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |