2009 Ford Flex vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 2009 Ford Flex 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 Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Flex | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
