1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 159 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Prisma | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Prisma | Neon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4950 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |
