1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 325 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 2012 Subaru Outback 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, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Dedra | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Dedra | Outback |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1555 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
