1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Crown weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1980 Toyota Crown 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 1980 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Lancia Prisma (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Prisma | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Prisma | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |