1996 Lancia Dedra vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Lancia Dedra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (88 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Dedra | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Dedra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
