1995 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 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, 1995 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Prisma |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |