1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 1983 Renault 18 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 18 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Prisma | 18 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
