2003 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 13 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 490 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 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 1990 Lancia Dedra
Make Audi Lancia
Model A6 Dedra
Year Released 2003 1990
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2669 cc 1929 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 19.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 246 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 12.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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