1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1597 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 2011 Dodge Ram 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. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Prisma | Ram |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3560 mm |
