1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Dedra | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dedra | 98 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
