1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 19 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 822 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Prisma | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Prisma | Actyon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |