1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 586 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.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Lancia Prisma 2008 Porsche 911
Make Lancia Porsche
Model Prisma 911
Year Released 1982 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1498 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 405 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 76.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 164 km/hour 310 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 954 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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