1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 1989 Renault 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 25 weights approximately 195 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, 1989 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1989 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Prisma | 25 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
