2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 500 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 2005 Cadillac CTS 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 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | CTS | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
