2003 Ford Laser vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Laser | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Laser | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
