1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1992 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | DeVille | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
