1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Prisma |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |