1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
