1998 Lancia Dedra vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 745 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Dedra | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Dedra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
