1996 Lancia Dedra vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1996 Lancia Dedra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 1988 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Dedra | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Dedra | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
