2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Colorado | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
