1986 Buick Regal vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1986 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1983 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1983 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Regal | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
