1988 Lancia Hit vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit 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 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Hit | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
