1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 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, 1980 Saab 900 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Prisma | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Prisma | 900 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
