1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 11 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Prisma | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Prisma | Caldina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |