2003 Buick Regal vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 16 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 380 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma. 2003 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Regal | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
