1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 600 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 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Dedra | A5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |