1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 870 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | Quest |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
