1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 23 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 198 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Dedra | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Dedra | 3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
