1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 6 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Prisma | 929 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
