1983 Lancia Prisma vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1983 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Prisma | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Prisma | 626 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |