1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 967 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Prisma | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |