1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 582 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
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 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prisma | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
