1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma

To start off, both 1982 Chevrolet Camaro and 1982 Lancia Prisma were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma.

Because 1982 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Camaro 1982 Lancia Prisma
Make Chevrolet Lancia
Model Camaro Prisma
Year Released 1982 1982
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2474 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2480 mm


 

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