2009 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
