1995 Lancia Dedra vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lancia Dedra | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Dedra | Exeo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2642 mm |