1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 1991 Opel Omega is newer by 9 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. Both 1982 Lancia Prisma and 1991 Opel Omega are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Omega weights approximately 250 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1991 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1991 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Prisma | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
