1983 Lancia Prisma vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2001 Saturn Vue is newer by 18 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2001 Saturn Vue (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Prisma | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Prisma | Vue |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
