1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 13 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 38 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Prisma | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
