1998 Ford Libre vs. 1995 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1998 Ford Libre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Ford Libre. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Libre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Libre weights approximately 128 kg more than 1995 Lancia Dedra.
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, 1995 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Libre. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Libre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Libre | 1995 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Libre | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
