1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 27 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1532 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Lancia Prisma 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Lancia Land Rover
Model Prisma Range Rover
Year Released 1982 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 164 km/hour 194 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 954 kg 2486 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 24.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 88 L


 

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