2004 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 14 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 222 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.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
