1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 8 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 513 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 1998 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Intrepid | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
