2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Vamos | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
