1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 25 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, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Prisma | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Prisma | RX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
