1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1989 Lancia Prisma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1989 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Prisma | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Prisma | Jimny |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 538 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |