1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dedra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
