1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 14 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 2,568 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (362 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
