1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 811 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | Quest |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
