1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 24 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 95 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Prisma | Liana |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |