1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 215 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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 Volkswagen Bora (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Prisma | Bora |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.6 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 | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |