1991 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 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, 1991 Audi 100 (264 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
