1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 151 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Lancia Dedra 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Lancia Volkswagen
Model Dedra Jetta
Year Released 1990 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1381 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1453 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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