1998 Lancia Dedra vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 840 kg more than 1998 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Dedra | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Dedra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
