1986 Lancia Prisma vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 650 kg more than 1986 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lancia Prisma | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prisma | Pajero |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |