1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 630 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Dedra | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Dedra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
