1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1986 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |
