1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 375 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Because 1968 Nissan President 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 1968 Nissan President. 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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lancia Dedra | 1968 Nissan President | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Dedra | President |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |