1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 580 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Prisma | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
