1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 590 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.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Lancia | Acura |
Model | Dedra | TL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |