1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dedra | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
