1987 Audi 90 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 2 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 90 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 90 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 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, 1987 Audi 90 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 90 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
