1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 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 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Prisma | Sunny |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |