1999 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 56 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, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Nubira | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Nubira | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1236 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
