2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 18 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Matiz | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
