2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 206 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 2008 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
