1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2012 Opel Antara

To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 30 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 757 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Lancia Prisma 2012 Opel Antara
Make Lancia Opel
Model Prisma Antara
Year Released 1982 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2404 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 158 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1048 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2710 mm


 

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