1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 25 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma. 2012 Suzuki Equator 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. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Prisma | Equator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
