2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Acadia | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
