2001 GMC Safari vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 785 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | GMC | Lancia |
Model | Safari | Dedra |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |