1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1998 Lancia Dedra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 820 kg more than 1998 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Dedra |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 63 L |