1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 12 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 155 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (139 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Prisma | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
