2005 Honda Legend vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1991 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1991 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Legend | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Legend | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
