2007 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1989 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
