1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 122 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. 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 (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Prisma | L |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
