2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 8 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 860 kg more than 1996 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 2004 Honda Odyssey 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. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Odyssey | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
