1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 20 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 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Prisma | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |