1997 Ford Puma vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 83 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
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 Ford Puma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Puma | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
