1990 Ford Laser vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1990 Ford Laser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Laser weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 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, 1990 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 1986 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Laser | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
