1993 Ford Contour vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 363 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Contour | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
