1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 2008 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 17 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra.

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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Lancia Dedra 2008 Nissan Altima
Make Lancia Nissan
Model Dedra Altima
Year Released 1991 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 159 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 274 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.2 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 76 L


 

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