1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma 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 24 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Prisma | 400 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
