1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 255 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Dedra | Altima |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |