1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
