1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 16 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prisma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
