1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 765 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Prisma | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
