1984 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 172 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Prisma | RunX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| 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 | 1122 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
