1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 500 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.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
