2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
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, 1995 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1995 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
