1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Prisma | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
