1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 41 kg more than 1984 Renault 18.
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, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Dedra | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Dedra | 18 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
