1997 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 297 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, 1997 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A4 | Dedra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |