1998 Lancia Dedra vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1998 Lancia Dedra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Dedra | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Dedra | 100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
