1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Dedra | Cooper |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |