2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 75 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sportage | Dedra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |