1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Almera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Almera (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 240 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, 2002 Nissan Almera (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Prisma | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | Almera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
