1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 690 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Dedra | 2006 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Dedra | Safari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
