1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 298 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Dedra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
