1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 25 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 2007 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
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, 2007 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Prisma | Megane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
