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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 516 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 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 | 1581 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
