1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Prisma | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Prisma | Polo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |