1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford RS 200 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 1987 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | RS 200 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |
