1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 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 14 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 265 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Prisma | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
