2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma

To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford F-150 1985 Lancia Prisma
Make Ford Lancia
Model F-150 Prisma
Year Released 2000 1985
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 1301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2075 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2480 mm


 

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