1999 Audi S8 vs. 1995 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 4 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Dedra. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1995 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1995 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S8 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
