2007 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 Civic.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1989 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
