1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon is newer by 20 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon.
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 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Lancia | Proton |
| Model | Prisma | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
