1997 Honda S-MX vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 100 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.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda S-MX | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | S-MX | Dedra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |