1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1993 Porsche 965 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 300 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 1993 Porsche 965 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 1993 Porsche 965. 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Dedra | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Dedra | 965 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
