1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 560 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 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma. 2011 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Prisma | C70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
