1991 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 610 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Rocky | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
