1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1758 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 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma. 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Prisma | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Prisma | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
