1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 205 is newer by 5 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205.
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, 1994 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Prisma | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Prisma | 205 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
