1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1980 Mazda 929 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 1980 Mazda 929. 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 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Prisma | 929 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| 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 | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
