2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Nubira | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
