1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 512 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Rocky | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
