1987 Holden Commodore vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Holden Commodore 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Commodore weights approximately 185 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.
Because 1987 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Commodore | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Commodore | Prisma |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |