1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 595 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
