1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 134 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Prisma | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
