1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 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 2,614 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 160 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 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Dedra | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Dedra | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
