1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 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. At 1,796 cc, 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 401 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Prisma | S40 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
