1986 Lancia Prisma vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 555 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Prisma | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Prisma | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
