1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 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 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Prisma | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
