1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 24 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Spirit | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
