1984 Lancia Prisma vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 132 kg more than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1984 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lancia Prisma | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Prisma | Vectra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |