1986 Lancia Prisma vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1986 Lancia Prisma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 44 kg more than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lancia Prisma | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Prisma | 9 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |