1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 21 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 8 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 190 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Prisma | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Prisma | Jetta |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |