1997 Lancia Dedra vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R

To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 272 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Lancia Dedra 2009 Nissan GT-R
Make Lancia Nissan
Model Dedra GT-R
Year Released 1997 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 3799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 480 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 583 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 74 L