2007 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 425 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 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 1990 Lancia Dedra
Make Audi Lancia
Model A4 Dedra
Year Released 2007 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1581 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 88 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 239 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 63 L


 

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