1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 26 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 553 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Prisma | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
